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After entering November, the temperature begins to turn cold. At this time, in addition to humans needing to keep warm, so do plants. Among them, the "delicate" phalaenopsis orchid. How should it be maintained after entering the cold winter? I heard that phalaenopsis orchids will enter hibernation in winter? The following will tell you all at once how to make phalaenopsis orchids easily survive in the cold season.

When it comes to how to maintain plants in winter, then we must first know the characteristics of the plant. Take phalaenopsis orchid as an example. In fact, it does not have the "hibernation" habit in the traditional sense. However, when the temperature drops below 15 degrees, it will affect its continued growth. At this time, phalaenopsis orchid will reduce its own metabolic rate to save the plant's life. So in winter, people will feel that the plant grows slowly. So, when phalaenopsis orchid encounters low temperature, how should we deal with it?

Heat preservation
Phalaenopsis orchid is a plant that can grow in the tropical rainforest, so it is not cold-resistant. At this time, to ensure the growth of phalaenopsis orchid, it is necessary to put them in a relatively warm place, such as using heating pads, incubators and other tools to keep warm. This method can create a more suitable growth environment for phalaenopsis orchid.

Light
Phalaenopsis orchid likes scattered light. In winter, the nights are long and the days are short, and it is easy to not be able to meet the light requirements. Therefore, in order for phalaenopsis orchid to grow healthily, it is necessary to provide it with additional light sources. It is recommended to use methods such as buying supplementary lights.

Water
Generally speaking, phalaenopsis orchid requires "water when dry and wet" for the soil. However, in a low temperature environment, its requirements for water will change. At this time, due to its slow metabolic rate, its requirements for water will also become lower. It is recommended to touch the soil state to water. Do not over-water or lack soil moisture.

Fertilization
Although fertilization is an essential operation for plants, it is another matter in the cold winter. Because of its slow metabolic rate, the demand for nutrients will also be reduced accordingly. If you still fertilize vigorously in winter, it will cause excessive nutrients, which is very unfavorable to the plant.

In general, phalaenopsis orchid needs to be treated carefully in winter maintenance. In addition to what is mentioned above, attention should also be paid to ventilation management, pest control and other aspects. Only by fully mastering the skills can we see vibrant phalaenopsis orchids in winter.